Job Functions, Duties, Responsibilities and Position Qualifications:
Job Description
Quality is in our DNA -- is it in yours?
You put the pro in medical laboratory professional. You've got problem-solving instincts, a passion for patient care, and the technical training to deliver quality results. You're also looking for great benefits, the support of an all-star team, and an opportunity to grow your career.
Join our front line of #HealthcareHeroes! Our mission is to advance the health and wellbeing of our communities as a leader in clinical laboratory solutions.
Location: Dallas, Texas 75247
Days: Monday - Friday
Hours: 8:00 or 9:00 PM - 4:30 or 5:30 AM
***Competitive Shift Differential***
Full Time/Benefit Eligible
In this role, you will:
Orient specimens properly while embedding at departmental rate.
Cut and mount paraffin sections at departmental rate. To include, routine, deepers, recuts and special stains.
Coverslip slides using the automatic coverslipper or by manual methods.
Routinely check and verify, using block/slide tracking system, case numbers match blocks and slides.
Assist in filing blocks and engraving slides as needed.
Accurately evaluate specimen orders and enter clinical data/information into a variety of computer systems (i.e. order entry and/or results). Identify any missing or invalid data entry information and take the appropriate action to correct.
Perform technical and non-technical procedures required to process and submit patient specimens for analysis.
Operate automated and semi-automated equipment, such as stainers and processors according to standard operating procedures.
Have a working knowledge and understanding of routine H&E staining utilizing the theories and principles
Effectively communicate deficiencies to appropriate personnel, including deficiencies related to specimens, slides, paperwork, database information, and equipment.
Champion safety, compliance, and quality control
All you need is:
1-year of experience as a Histology Technician or training in histologic technique is preferred but, new graduates are welcome
Certification from the American Society of Clinical Pathologists or equivalent is preferred.
Strong reading, writing, and analytical skills
Ability to operate general laboratory equipment, including but not limited to: telephones, computers, automated analyzers, centrifuges, microscopes, manual and automated pipettes, and audible alarms
Education:
High School diploma or equivalent required.
Associates or Bachelors of Science degree and completion of Histology Technology program preferred.
Certification as a Histology Technician (HT) or Histology Technologist (HTL) by American Society of Clinical Pathology (ASCP) preferred.
Bonus points if you've got:
2+ years of laboratory training or experience in a high volume laboratory with documented special stain and immunohistochemistry experience
We'll give you:
Appreciation for your work
A feeling of satisfaction that you've helped people
Opportunity to grow in your profession
Free lab services for you and your dependents
Work-life balance, including Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
Competitive benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance
Help saving for retirement, with a 401(k) plus a company match
A sense of belonging - we're a community!
Company: Sonic Anatomic Pathology
We also want you to know:
This role will have routine access to Protected Health Information (PHI). Employees will be trained on reasonable safeguards and are expected to maintain strict confidentiality, as well as abide by all applicable privacy and security standards. Employees are expected only to access PHI when it is required to fulfill job duties.
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40
Work Shift:
3rd Shift (United States of America)
Job Category:
Laboratory Operations
Company:
ProPath Services, LLC
Sonic Healthcare USA is an equal opportunity employer that celebrates diversity and is committed to an inclusive workplace for all employees. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, age, national origin, disability, genetics, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
